
Archaeology BA (Hons)
Course Overview - Archaeology BA (Hons)
This degree inspires you to explore the human past and the ways in which archaeologists investigate and interpret material remains from past cultures. You can choose to study the periods of history that interest you the most, from prehistory right up to the present day, in Britain and in the rest of Europe. Youll enjoy hands-on experience of human history, with many chances to work directly with artefacts and take part in fieldwork.
This degree inspires you to explore the human past and the ways in which archaeologists investigate and interpret material remains from past cultures. You can choose to study the periods of history that interest you the most, from prehistory right up to the present day, in Britain and in the rest of Europe. Youll enjoy hands-on experience of human history, with many chances to work directly with artefacts and take part in fieldwork.
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
21/09/2026
Campus
Main Site (Newcastle)
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
V400
Institution Code
N21
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
Not Accepted
Scottish Higher
B,B,B,B,B
Combinations of Highers and Advanced Highers accepted. Scottish qualifications can be taken in more than one sitting
Access to HE Diploma
D:30,M:15,P:0
Applicants should be able to demonstrate a genuine interest in archaeology.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
30
Three subjects at Grade 5 or above at Higher Level.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DDM
DMM
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
H2,H2,H2,H3,H3
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
M2,M2,M2
A level
B,B,B
General Studies accepted. If you offer the Level 3 Extended Project Qualification, we will vary our offer to recognise this. Your project can be in any topic.
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